Obituaries
Joe A. Phegley
Aug 7, 2025
Joe A. Phegley, 89, passed away August 7, 2025, after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis disease. He was born on June 6, 1936, to his late parents, Dennis J. and Pansy C. Phegley. He was a loving husband for 65 years to Barbara G. Phegley and the loving father to J. Kevin and the late Jeffrey M. Phegley. Joe...
Fred Curtis Howard
Aug 7, 2025
Fred Curtis Howard, 87, of Mason, OH, went home to be with the Lord, August 7, 2025, after declining health the last two years.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis Howard and Pearl (Oliver) Howard, and brothers, Raymond Howard, Paul Howard, Homer Howard, and Harry Howard. Fred was also preceded by his wife of 67 years, Lucille Jane...
Jeanne Wilkerson
Aug 7, 2025
Jeanne Wilkerson, born on August 2, 1931, in Cincinnati, Ohio, peacefully passed at her home in Hillsboro, Ohio, on August 7, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Elmer Wilkerson, and her siblings, sister Marilyn Middendorf and brother Donald Schumacker.
She is...
Joseph E. Rohrer
Aug 7, 2025
Joseph Rohrer passed away suddenly on August 7, 2025, 12 days shy of his 70th birthday. Joe was the loving, wonderful husband of Becky (nee Wilson) Rohrer and a special, fun dad of A.J. and Jillian Rohrer. He was the caring brother of Jerry (Helen), Jim and the late John (late Shirley)Rohrer and a special in-law and friend to all...
August Pfister
Aug 5, 2025
August A. Pfister III, known as “Gus” to his friends and family, was born August 30, 1942 to Mary (Campbell) and Lewis Pfister. He grew up in a large family in New York and Connecticut.
Gus served in the Coast Guard from 1966 to 1974 as a lighthouse keeper and ship’s engineer. After leaving the service, he studied mechanical engineering and...
Sterling Keeton
Aug 5, 2025
Keeton, Sterling age 93 of Liberty Township OH, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025 in West Chester. He was born May 5, 1932 in Lykins, Kentucky, to James and Alta (nee Williams) Keeton. Sterling worked at GE until his retirement in 1992. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ivory (nee Bandy) Keeton, parents, and sibling Travis Keeton....
Genta Morina O'Brien
Aug 4, 2025
It is our deepest regret to announce that Genta Morina Bangun O'Brien, 54, passed away in her home in Cincinnati, OH on August 4, 2025, and went to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ.
Born in Bogor, Indonesia, to Pirman Bangun and Uu Kersiahwati, she was raised to be a diligent, hard worker who dedicated her heart, time, and plenty of...
Rose Brown
Aug 4, 2025
Rose Brown, a beloved matriarch and vibrant spirit, passed away on August 4, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 96. Born on May 24, 1929, in Quail, Kentucky, Rose graced the world with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering devotion to family and friends.
Rose was a proud graduate of Crab Orchard High School, class of 1948, in Lincoln County,...
Timothy William Quigley
Aug 4, 2025
Timothy William Quigley, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was born on May 23, 1965, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones, on August 4, 2025, in Lebanon, Ohio. Tim was a man of many passions and an unwavering commitment to his family, who meant everything to him.
Tim dedicated his career to the...
Robert M. Fickert
Aug 2, 2025
Beloved son of Barbara A. (nee Gilbert) and the late Robert C. Fickert. Passed away on August 2, 2025 at age 54. Service Private.
Jaqueline Marie Madden
Jul 29, 2025
Jacqueline Marie Madden (age 62), of Cincinnati, Ohio, died at home on July 29, 2025 after an extended illness. She went by Jackie and was the type of person who knew what she wanted and expressed it without filter. She was the adored baby girl of her parents who loved a good time with family and friends.
Born on April 5,...
Jeb Michael Berry
Jul 28, 2025
Jeb Michael Berry, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and skilled carpenter, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2025, in West Chester, Ohio. Born in Cincinnati on May 11, 1963, Jeb was a cherished member of his community and a beloved figure to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Jeb began his career in carpentry at the tender age of...
Joyce Patrick
Jul 26, 2025
Joyce (Blanton) Patrick, 91, of Mason, OH, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 26th, 2025. Joyce was born March 17, 1934, as the 10th child of Gardner and Pattie Borders Blanton of Salyersville, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Darrel Patrick, her siblings Stewart, Gladys, Roland, Raymond, Edith, Richmond, Russell, Wayne and Jim, and many...
John Schneider
Jul 24, 2025
Loving son of the late Louis Schneider and Margaret (“Peggy) Galvin, and stepson of the late John (“Jack”) Galvin.
Dear brother of the late Joyce James, Jean Hice, Lou Schneider and Margie Hail and stepbrother of Donna Ryan, Marilyn Stewart, John Galvin, Tom Galvin, and the late Gini Lawson.
Cherished godfather, uncle, cousin, and friend to so many.
Laughing and joking throughout his...
Betty McGladdery Tulley
Jul 24, 2025
Betty Tulley born April 29, 1934. Passed peacefully on July 24, 2025 at the age of 91. Loving mother of John Tulley, Pamela Kistner (Drew), and Greg Tulley. Dear grandmother of Tori and Blake Kistner. Betty is survived by a sister, Vivian Finch and a brother, Darwin McGladdery as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was preceded...
Melvin L. Hanson
Jul 24, 2025
Hanson, Melvin L., beloved husband of Marilyn R. Hanson (nee Loop), loving father of Matt (Jet) Hanson, Randy (Debbie) Hanson, Holly (Chris) Treinen, and Wren Hanson. Proud grandpa of Tommy (Cyndi), Alex, and Samantha Hanson, Julie (Drew) Ratterman and Eric Treinen. Great-Grandpa to Nicholas, Hailey, Dean and Nyara. He is also survived by sisters Carol Thompson and JoAnn Andre. He...
Frank Charles Vaske
Jul 24, 2025
Frank Charles Vaske, a cherished member of the Cincinnati community, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, at Christ Hospital. Born on March 28, 1943, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Frank lived a life full of love and dedication, leaving behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
A proud graduate of Deer Park High School class of...
Barbara Vanscoy
Jul 23, 2025
Barb Van Scoy, a cherished member of her community and beloved matriarch, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2025, her 89th birthday. Born on July 23, 1936, Barb dedicated much of her life to service, embodying kindness, generosity, and an unwavering spirit of involvement.
A proud member of the Grange for 70 years, Barb contributed tirelessly in various roles, earning the...
Kevin T. Glass
Jul 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Kevin Thomas Glass of Elmwood Place, Ohio
Kevin Thomas Glass, known affectionately to most as “Cuz”, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, in Elmwood Place, Ohio. His generous spirit and big heart left an enduring mark on every life he touched.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gladwell Glass, brother, Wayne Glass, and nephew Robert Glass,...
Carl L. Wheeler
Jul 22, 2025
Carl L. Wheeler, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, coach, veteran, and mentor, returned to his Heavenly home July 22, 2025. He passed peacefully in his house in Forest Park, Ohio, full of his loving and cherished family.
Born the sixth of ten children, he was raised in a home rich in laughter and love, where everyone was raised to put the...